Research Scientist
£70000 GBP
10%
Hybrid WORKING
Location: United Kingdom (East of England) Type: Permanent
Research Scientist – Knowledge & Semantics
Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid – 2 days per week on-site)
Job-Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus
Eligible candidates must hold sole British citizenship and be eligible for UK SC Clearance
We’re working with a world-class defence technology powerhouse that’s rapidly expanding its footprint in AI, graph learning, and semantic reasoning—and they’re looking for a hands-on research scientist to lead their Knowledge & Semantics team.
This is a rare opportunity to work at the bleeding edge of applied AI with a team of researchers solving problems in NLP, knowledge graphs, graph ML, and LLM applications—all with real-world impact in national security and defence. If you're excited about predictive graph learning, symbolic AI, and leading innovative R&D in close partnership with academia, this could be the career-defining role you’ve been waiting for.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver cutting-edge R&D across NLP, graph ML, and semantic reasoning
- Drive proposal writing and secure funding for innovative research in the defence space
- Collaborate with other AI and ML teams across BAE’s national innovation programmes
- Develop prototypes, present research outcomes, and contribute to cross-functional client delivery
- Act as technical lead across internal and customer-facing research projects
Key Skills & Expertise
- PhD in AI/ML-related discipline with 4+ years’ postdoc or commercial research experience
- Track record of leading R&D teams (5+ developers) and delivering to defence or government customers
- Deep understanding of knowledge graphs, text mining, NLP, and/or graph neural networks
- Strong Python development skills and proficiency with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)
- Proven experience applying ML to real-world problems and securing R&D funding (e.g. Dstl, EPSRC)
- Excellent communication skills with ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders
Desirable Skills
- Experience with graph ML libraries (e.g. PyTorch-Geometric, PyKeen), Neo4j, or Cypher
- Familiarity with knowledge representation, ontology design, or neuro-symbolic AI
- Prior delivery of LLM-based research projects or integration into operational systems
The Package
- Up to £70,000 base salary
- 10% company bonus
- Enhanced pension scheme – up to 10% matched
- 25 days annual leave + flexible options
- Private medical, dental, and life insurance
- Career-defining research and IP generation opportunities
If this sounds like you, apply below or reach out to Declan Bryson at Anson McCade on 07529 161950 quoting the reference:
Research Scientist
AMC/DB/KG/85
Research Scientist
Reference: AMC/DB/KG/85
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